West and South SikkimOff season
West and South Sikkim in August
Wet and warm, 15–22°C
Monsoon continues. Lepcha communities mark Tendong Lho Rum Faat on 8 August, and Pang Lhabsol may fall late in the month.
Where to go
Our picks for August
Guru Rinpoche on the hilltop and Shiva on the next ridge
A tall Buddha above the clouds, and Sikkim's only tea estate below
Shape your own trip Tell us your dates and budget. We draw the route around you. Begin Not sure where to start? We match the valley to your month, your budget and the people travelling with you. Begin Talk to a planner A first route and an itemised price within one working day. No payment to start. BeginAllow extra hours on every drive.
What is on
Festivals this month
Questions travellers ask
Good to know
Is August a good time to visit West and South Sikkim?
Monsoon continues. Lepcha communities mark Tendong Lho Rum Faat on 8 August, and Pang Lhabsol may fall late in the month.
What is the weather like in West and South Sikkim in August?
Wet and warm, 15–22°C. Conditions differ by altitude and coast, so check the forecast for each stop a week before you travel.
Where should we go in West and South Sikkim in August?
We suggest Namchi, Ravangla. Allow extra hours on every drive.